Stories – UK Markey

Markey Cancer Foundation and Markey Cancer Center’s 2020 Successes

Markey Women Strong – Now Accepting 2021 Renewals and New Memberships

Renewals and new member sign-ups are now available for the 2021 Markey Women Strong program.

Teenage Markey DineAround Creator Honored For His Work to Help Fight Cancer

Drew Rodriguez, the teenage creator of the Markey DineAround, was honored with the Young Adult in Philanthropy award at the 2020 virtual National Philanthropy Day hosted by the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP).

Markey Women Strong News & Updates | Issue 1

Catch up with the 2020 Markey Women Strong Research Grant recipients, Drs. Teresa Fan and Kate Zaytseva, and hear how the pandemic has affected their research, as well as other updates from the Markey Cancer Foundation and Markey Cancer Center.

The Markey Cancer Foundation Aims to Brighten Thanksgiving for Patients

The Markey Cancer Foundation collected over 800 heartfelt messages and notes of encouragement for Markey patients this Thanksgiving. Read them here!

Revolutionary Therapies Bring Lifesaving Care

“When my doctors told me I would be the first patient at UK Markey to receive a new treatment, I was a little worried. But I knew I was in the best hands.”

A Brave Man’s 4 Year Road to Remission

“Darrell has always been a fighter, and he was encouraged that the doctors and nurses at UK Markey are real fighters too.”

Community Kindness Inspired Her Fight

“The UK Markey team is determined to win their all-out war against cancer. If one strategy doesn’t work, they’re right there, ready to try another one.”

It Takes Teamwork to Beat Cancer

“You’re never prepared to hear your child has cancer. But before I could ask a single question, Dr. Evers and the entire medical team told me everything I needed to know.”

The Most Powerful Weapon Against Cancer

“You have to keep a positive attitude to beat cancer. Believe me, it’s hard. But it’s easier if you have doctors who refuse to accept defeat. That’s why I was so grateful to be at UK Markey.”